NDIS
Applying for the NDIS
Check the NDIS eligibility requirements
Apply for access online, by phone, or by completing a paper-based application form
Gather your supporting documents with information about your disability, as well as your support needs and personal circumstances
If you’re eligible for the NDIS, attend a plan meeting to discuss developing a personalised NDIS plan, including if you would like to be plan managed
Once you receive your NDIS plan, it’s time to put it into action
Steps to apply for the NDIS:
If you need help applying for the NDIS, a friend or family member, trusted support worker or advocate may be able to provide assistance. Alternatively, you can contact our support team and we can help point you in the right direction.
NDIS Management Options
One of the key questions you’ll be asked by the NDIA is "how would you like your plan funding to be managed?" If you’re new to the NDIS, understanding your options is an important first step so you can decide which option is best for you.
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A registered plan manager (like us!) will manage the financial and administrative aspects of an NDIS plan. Participants have access to registered and non-registered service providers providing more choice and control over supports.
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Much like being plan managed, participants will have access to registered and non-registered providers. However, all the financial and administrative tasks, including record keeping will be up to the participant.
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The NDIA will manage funding on behalf of the participant. This means that a participant who is Agency Managed will only have access to providers who have gone through the NDIS registration process.
Switch to Plan Management
Whether you’re a new participant, have been a participant for a while or are simply wanting to change plan managers, plan management is a great option for if you’re wanting more choice and control over your plan.
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If you're new to the NDIS or you have a plan reassessment meeting coming up and don’t already have plan management as part of your NDIS plan, you can request plan management be included in your next plan.
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If you have an NDIS plan with no plan reassessment coming up, but you would like to switch to plan management then you can request a plan variation. The NDIA will review your request and can easily include plan management in your current plan.
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If you’re with another plan manager and would like to switch to In Choice Plan Management, notify you current plan manager. The process to terminate or cancel services should be in the service agreement you have with them.
If you need assistance with this process you can speak with a member of our support team by contacting us at 1300 890 457 or support@inchoice.com.au.